OUR ORTHODONTISTS

Dr. Brian Amy earned his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry in 1992. Following six years in Midwest City, Oklahoma, as a restorative dentist, he went on to earn his Masters in Oral Biology and certificate of orthodontics in 2000 from Temple University in Philadelphia.

Dr. Amy serves as an international speaker and faculty member for Align Technology, Inc. – the global provider of Invisalign treatment. Each year, Dr. Amy speaks to hundreds of orthodontists from around the world to educate, mentor and advocate for Invisalign treatment options made available for pre-teens, teens and adults His work and advocacy for the advancement of Invisalign treatment has resulted in multiple journal publications

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To exchange knowledge and best practices locally, Dr. Brian Amy also meets often with a study group comprised of various Orthodontists in different dental fields to discuss treatment planning of difficult cases in Oklahoma.

Dr. Amy, his wife Staci and their children, Connor and Jake are active parishioners in St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Guthrie.

GET TO KNOW DR. AMY

Do you remember what it was like to treat your first patient?
BA: Even though I felt well prepared by the efforts of the faculty of the dental school, I remember being humbled by the trust my first patient placed in me. As treatment progressed and the patient was excited to see their new smile as it developed, I felt honored to play a part in that excitement.

What personal goals do you have for you or your family? Activities you share?
Honesty and focus. Life can get so busy, but we always schedule time for meals throughout the week to ensure we keep up with each other’s lives. On the weekends, we try and get outside for some fresh air and activities together.

Favorite guilty-pleasure meal?
Fries, hamburgers and a great Philly cheesesteak! I love a meal from Signature Grill and Philly from Hobby’s Hoagies – they make the best cheesesteaks in the state.

Favorite Oklahoma season?
A cool fall Saturday morning during college football season.

What do you keep stashed in your briefcase?
I always carry a brass ring from a carousel in Pennsylvania. The ring symbolizes reaching for goals or living life to the fullest.

Dr. Geoff Sparks is passionate about working with children and helping them grow into healthy, confident adults. He has extensively researched techniques to avoid permanent teeth extractions in growing children and has a special interest in the effects of orthodontic treatment on an individual’s overall facial aesthetics.

He serves as Clinical Associate Professor Sparks at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry and is a member of a local dental study club, which is comprised various Orthodontists in different dental fields to discuss treatment planning and difficult cases.

Born and raised in Oklahoma City and a graduate of Putnam City North High School, Dr. Geoff Sparks earned his Bachelors of Science, Doctorate of Dental Surgery and specialty training in orthodontics at the University of Oklahoma.

He is married to his high school sweetheart Brandi, who is a dental hygienist. They enjoy golfing, fishing, traveling and spending time with their two children Jovie and Kingston. Dr. Geoff Sparks and his family are active members of St. Monica’s Catholic Church.

GET TO KNOW DR. SPARKS

What is your philosophy on how oral health relates to overall body health?
GS: There is a lot of research that shows how your oral health affects your overall body health, and that is an important part of what we do each day. But where I see some of the greatest rewards to our patients is how their smile makes them feel about themselves. The greatest health benefit I see is the increased confidence and personal growth within themselves.

What do you like to do in your free time?
Travel! I am a firm believer in embracing experiences more than things. I enjoy working out, listening to music, playing any sport and being outside. At the end of the day, I just try to spend as much time with my family as possible.

Favorite snacks, treats, and guilty-pleasure meal?
Coffee and lots of it. Fries (but only the thin kind) and hamburgers! Absolute favorite guilty-pleasure meal would have to be Indian food.

Harry Potter or Hunger Games?
Harry Potter. I am amazed by the creativity, magic and wonder the books manifest.

What do you keep stashed in your top desk drawer?
Beef Jerky, but I would prefer Doritos!